Early years: letters and words
Little, Brown & Company First Words of Christmas
Book SynopsisDiscover the Christmas story one word at a time with this simple and engaging board book primer.Perfect for curious little ones, this book tells the story of Christmas in bite-sized pieces. Short sentences and colourful illustrations guide children through that famous night-from Mary and Joseph's journey all the way to the eventual arrival of the wise men-while each page highlights a new word found in the biblical account-such as star, manger, and angel. Whether you use this book to encourage language development or to introduce the story of Christmas to a special little one, it's sure to make a great gift.
£8.50
Little, Brown & Company Alphabet Love
Book SynopsisTell little ones just how much you love them with Alphabet Love--a heart-shaped board book that introduces children to the alphabet and celebrates everyday moments of love."C is for cuddle, wrapped up so tight. D is for dancing, twirling all night."If you are looking for an alphabet book to give you the warm fuzzies, look no further. This sturdy board book highlights all the little moments that toddlers share with their loved ones throughout the day, from blowing bubbles, to exploring outside, to reading a book before bed. With cheerful, rhyming text and bright, playful illustrations, Alphabet Love makes it easy and fun to learn the ABCs.
£8.50
Little, Brown & Company S Is for Sharing (and Shark!)
Book SynopsisLearn all about sharing as flannel-clad ocean friends share their way through this super-silly adventure starring Shark and the letter S.This zany group of animal friends models positive behaviors in stories that will have little ones giggling and joining in to "read" along. Each book focuses on a single letter of the alphabet and uses repetition and humor to explore concepts such as love, sharing, and gratitude.In S Is for Sharing (and Shark!), a toothy shark attempts to learn the art of sharing with his fellow sea creatures, to humorous effect. The simple text tells a cumulative story that builds upon itself with each new S word: "S is for Sharing and Skis and School." The concept of sharing--an important one as children enter classroom and playground environments--is woven throughout, making this title perfect for the back-to-school season. Children will enjoy predicting the repeating elements and recognising the letter S as they learn about sharing with these adorably hip animal friends. Flocking on the cover will enhance the shelf appeal.
£8.50
Groundwood Books Ltd ,Canada Work: An Occupational ABC
Book SynopsisAn alphabetical tour through the coolest jobs you can imagine—and some you might never have heard of! With a sophisticated, minimalist design and visual jokes to interpret on every page, Work: An Occupational ABC introduces children both to the alphabet and to a range of alternative careers.The ideal reader for this book is the child (or adult) who is interested in exploring all manner of professions through original and inspired illustrations. Must be open to adventure. Knowledge of the alphabet is desirable but not required, since successful applicants will receive training from A to Z.Trade ReviewOccupations from aviator through zoologist are highlighted in this breezy alphabet book. . . . Fun and absorbing. * Booklist *Work is just too much fun, fun, fun. Canadian designer/artist Hatanaka’s whimsical style infuses each unexpected occupational letter with so much more than a single word. * BookDragon *The sophisticated design and use of white space give the book flair, and it can be an effective springboard for use in the classroom. * Kirkus Reviews *A beautiful and unexpected piece of art for the youngest readers . . . as much a delight to read as it is to behold. * Deakin Review of Children's Literature *Hatanaka’s inclusive and wry portrayal of 26 occupations turns fewer than 100 words into magic. * Quill & Quire *Hatanaka weaves bold graphics and soft shades into a tapestry of tender vignettes about people of all shapes, sizes, and colors. * Brain Pickings *
£15.24
Black Dog & Leventhal Publishers Inc Get Ready For School Pre-Kindergarten Laptop
Book SynopsisThese portable, tablet-size binders are the latest addition to Black Dog & Leventhal's best-selling, curriculum-based Get Ready for School series. The Laptop Workbook covers fold into a mini desktop surface, making them the perfect take-along activity books. Pre-Kindergarten Laptop Workbook is chock-full of hundreds of challenging activities, including color-by-letter hidden pictures, mazes, letter searches, and other fun activities that help your child master basic pencil skills, uppercase letters, and phonics. Also includes 140 stickers, a certificate of completion, perforated pages, and an answer key. Other titles available are Kindergarten Laptop Workbook (9781579129743) and First Grade Laptop Workbook (9781579129750).
£10.44
Enchanted Lion Books Daytime Visions: An Alphabet
Book SynopsisA many-layered alphabet book from an international star of the children's book world, Daytime Visions is graphically strong and intelligent in its exploration of words and situations. Whether it's a kiwi who returns to a boy's shoulder or a little duck who can't sleep, the visions here are relatable to children and rich with possibility. Isol is an illustrator, cartoonist, graphic artist, writer, singer, and composer. She was born in 1972 in Buenos Aires, Argentina and lives and works in Argentina. For her contributions to children's and young adult literature she won the Astrid Lindgren Memorial Award in 2013. In her acceptance speech, Isol declared, "What reader could be more demanding than a child? Children have a lot of things to discover and I'd better be on their high level in order to satisfy their huge capacity for curiosity. I get my inspiration from what's wild, from what's ridiculous, from that independence of culture that children enjoy."Trade Review"A spontaneous burst of visual meaning" Maria Popova, Brain Pickings "Square pages and lavishly thick paper contribute to this immensely pleasing reading experience as well, nudging readers to run fingers across the beguiling matte illustrations as they revel in deciphering them." STARRED REVIEW, Kirkus Reviews "With understated poetry and humor, Isol challenges readers to bring their own interpretations to each composition." STARRED REVIEW, Publishers Weekly "The gloriously ambiguous alphabet book from Isol combines clever phrases with intriguing imagery, allowing readers to interpret and reinterpret thousands of scenarios. Alphabet books have never been so magical." Politics and Prose "The book is gorgeously, meticulously designed from start to finish, with a charmingly rough simplicity achieved through crayon-like hand-lettering, blocky collages, intriguing textures and inky, kinetic brushstrokes. [...] Thought-provoking and deliciously odd." Shelf awareness "there are whole, imagined universes conjured on each page. Some read like scenes from longer stories. Others could be part of a dream or a secret, overheard." -- Nicole Lamy, The Boston Globe
£11.69
Star Bright Books Brian Wildsmith's Amazing Animal Alphabet Book
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£14.20
Familius LLC Baby Babbles C/K
Book SynopsisCan you pet the cat?Say . . .CATHow can we help our smallest readers go from baby babble to pronouncing everyday words? The Baby Babble Series will gently encourage babies and toddlers to use their first words and sounds as building blocks for new vocabulary. This book (the second in this series) introduces the "C/K" sound with words like car, coat, and keys. Filled with textured material and flaps, this interactive board book invites babies to touch and feel each new word, providing kinesthetic, visual, and auditory sensory experiences that will develop their language skills and delight their hands, eyes, and ears with every turn of the page.
£7.59
Familius LLC Caravan of Camels
Book SynopsisDid you know elephants have parades, camels have caravans, and porcupines have prickles? From a shoal of aardvarks to a zeal of zebras, kids can learn the names of animal groups in this adorable padded board book. With bright, trendy illustrations and plenty of hidden puns, A Caravan of Camels showcases punny animal families of all kinds from A to Z. Whether it’s a smack, a barrel, or a zeal, it's a family!Trade Review"This delightful board book will entertain as well as educate little ones as they are introduced to both the alphabet and the names of groups of animals"-Midwest Book Review
£7.59
Familius LLC S Is for Space: A Space ABC Primer
Book SynopsisA is for astronaut B is for black hole C is for constellation . . . With O for orbit, L for lunar rover, and N for Neptune, going from A to Z has never been more fun! Blast off on an alphabetized flight through the cosmos and discover the planets, spacecraft, and phenomena that make outer space so amazing!
£7.59
Familius LLC D Is for Desert: An ABC Desert Primer
Book SynopsisA is for armadillo B is for bedrock C is for cactus . . . With E for erosion, I for iguana, and P for prickly pear, going from A to Z has never been more fun in the sun! Take an alphabetized trip through the dunes and discover the plants, animals, and weather patterns that make the deserts of the world so amazing!Trade Review"A solid introduction to deserts that will also help small children develop alphabet knowledge. (Informational board book. 1-4)" - Kirkus ReviewsDeserts all over the world are filled with sights and creatures unique to their environments. From cacti to camels, desert dwelling plants and animals have evolved to thrive in the unforgiving climate of their natural habitat. In this book, readers are introduced to heat-dominated desert life around the globe as one page turns to the next. The alphabet serves as a guidepost for the trajectory of the book, but the choices of words connected to the alphabetic letters are often surprising and educational. Children and adults alike are sure to absorb some new vocabulary from this book, especially from the desert environments that may be unfamiliar to them. While cacti are common in the desert southwest of the United States, kangaroos are found in the deserts of Australia. No matter where readers reside, however, they will enjoy building a dialogue around the images on each page of this book. Due to the book’s design, plants and animals that are not normally found in tandem are placed together, which can be confusing for newer readers, although it is not an enormous detriment to the book overall. Built on sturdy board pages, this is an excellent book to share with young children because it will easily withstand close investigation while permitting smaller hands the opportunity to turn pages themselves. Friendly faces and colorful images will connect readers easily to the book, even before they are able to recognize the letters or the words. This is a wonderful board book for parents to share with their young children as a means of introducing both the alphabet itself and its importance in representing words pertinent to desert life. Grades pre-K—Children's Literature
£7.59
Familius LLC Christmas 26Piece Puzzle
Book SynopsisHo, ho, ho and hop aboard the Christmas Train, now a durable, oversize, 26-piece, 50-inch floor puzzle! Packaged in an adorable box with a rope handle, this sturdy puzzle is perfect for little hands. 1 jolly Santa Claus sits in the engine while the other train cars invite children to count from 2 clever elves up to 20 ornaments on a tree in the caboose. A perfect holiday gift for any toddler learning to count and improve dexterity.
£10.09
Familius LLC Alphabet 26Piece Puzzle
Book SynopsisAll aboard the Alphatrain, now a durable, oversized, 26-piece, 50-inch floor puzzle! Packaged in an adorable box with a rope handle, this sturdy puzzle is perfect for little hands. From the alligator conductor in the engine to the zebra catching some ZZZs in the caboose, this colorful puzzle will teach fine motor skills, letters, and animals on its way down the tracks! Look closely for some fun look-and-find items in every train car! A perfect gift for any toddler learning the ABCs as well helping their little figures improve dexterity.
£10.09
Familius LLC G Is for Gardening
Book SynopsisA Children's Book Council Hot of the Press SelectionA is for annualsB is for beesC is for compost It’s time to get your hands dirty! With L for leaf, N for nursery, and S for seeds, going from A to Z has never been so fresh. Take an alphabetized trip through the garden and discover the plants, animals, and tools that make gardening fun!
£7.59
Barefoot Books, Incorporated Bruno Builder Bakes Bread
Book SynopsisMix and match tops and bottoms of characters in this interactive split-page board book to learn about different jobs – and create fantastical ones! This giggle-inducing addition to the Mix-and-Match Series will introduce young readers to a variety of jobs while building vocabulary. The characters in the book defy stereotypes, opening up a world of possibilities for all children.Trade Review★ “Deliciously eccentric body types, varied skin tones, unpredictable placement of limbs, unreliable numbers of fingers or toes, and wildly nonspecific genders make this the book to pick when you want all the toddlers, babies, preschoolers, and caregivers within earshot to come to story hour” – School Library Journal
£8.54
Princeton Architectural Press Orange Is an Apricot, Green Is a Tree Frog
Book SynopsisA Bank Street College of Education Best Children's Book of the Year Orange Is an Apricot, Green Is a Tree Frog inspires young learners' curiosity in nature and language through the simple joy of connecting words and pictures through colors. Yellow looks like a daffodil and a dahlia, a lemon and a chick. Blue looks like a dragonfly and an iris, a blue tang and a bluebird. Pascale Estellon's wonderfully detailed gouache illustrations bring the many shades of red, orange, yellow, blue, green, black, and white to life and serve as a beginner's field guide to new words and new worlds. Children will expand their vocabulary and delight in seeing words they already know while learning the names of new animals, plants, and fruits and vegetables through their hues.
£13.99
A&U Children's Alison Lester's ABC
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£5.99
Penguin Random House Australia Chico the Schnauzer
£9.89
Letterland International Handwriting Practice PreCursive Letters
Book SynopsisThis activity book is for children progressing fromprinting letters to pre-cursive letter writing. It alsofeatures pre-writing activities, letter formationpractice and combining letters to form wholewords and sentences.
£7.08
Letterland International Phonics Practice 4
Book SynopsisThis series of six Phonics Activity Books introduce the alphabet shapes and sounds and40 further spelling patterns. Book 4 contains: e_e, ee, ea, y, i_e ie, igh, y, o_e, oa, ow. Letterland stories give child-friendly reasons why, when certain letters come together,they make a completely new sound.
£7.08
Letterland International Phonics Practice 6
Book SynopsisThis series of six Phonics Activity Books introduce the alphabet shapes and soundsand 40 further spelling patterns. Book 6 contains: u oo, oy oi, aw au, ow ou. Letterlandstories give child-friendly reasons why, when certain letters come together, they make acompletely new sound.
£7.08
Really Decent Books Playtime Market: Market
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£10.44
Miles Kelly Publishing Ltd GSG Writing Trains
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£5.23
Templar Publishing Jane Foster's Halloween
Book SynopsisThis fun board book is the perfect introduction to the sights of Halloween. From spooky ghosts to witches and ghosts, explore the vibrant artwork created by acclaimed artist Jane Foster. The perfect gift for littles ones at Halloween!
£6.99
Lonely Planet Global Limited Lonely Planet Kids First Words - English
Book SynopsisThis handy board book is perfect for introducing very young children to the English language. Coming in a convenient travel size, it features 12 words to learn – from sun and shoes to beach and book. Each word is accompanied with a beautiful illustration and pronunciation guide to make the vocabulary fun and easy to learn. From Lonely Planet Kids, an imprint of the world’s leading travel guide and phrasebook publisher, First Words English is a great resource for families at home or on a trip. And be sure to visit our First Words website, where you can use our free audio pronunciation guide to hear each word spoken out loud. Other titles in this series: First Words French First Words Spanish For children aged 5 - 8, check out our original First Words collection, with each book featuring 100 words to use while travelling. Available in: English French Spanish Italian Japanese Mandarin About Lonely Planet Kids: Lonely Planet Kids – an imprint of the world’s leading travel authority Lonely Planet – published its first book in 2011. Over the past 45 years, Lonely Planet has grown a dedicated global community of travelers, many of whom are now sharing a passion for exploration with their children. Lonely Planet Kids educates and encourages young readers at home and in school to learn about the world with engaging books on culture, sociology, geography, nature, history, space and more. We want to inspire the next generation of global citizens and help kids and their parents to approach life in a way that makes every day an adventure. Come explore!
£7.46
Chronicle Books Some of These Are Snails
Book SynopsisPress Here meets Eric Carle in a concept book that makes familiar ideas exciting and surprising. From the creative mind behind Circle Under Berry comes this deceptively simple concept book exploring sorting, comparatives, and quantifiers that teases the brain, twists expectations, and teaches basic concepts in unusual ways. Read it once, read it ten times-see something new every time. With an elegant and simple approach, this enigmatic, thought-provoking concept book shows young readers that everything in the world can be seen from infinite perspectives.
£11.39
Letterland International Alphabet Stickers
Book SynopsisThe Letterland alphabet is presented in stickers. The stickers can be used as rewards or motivators: learn a letter, win a sticker! It is also useful for listening and matching games. There are 10 sheets per pack.
£11.38
Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand My First Board Book My Body
Book SynopsisWhen you look in the mirror what do you see? Eyes (nga whatu), ears (taringa), nose (ihu), mouth (waha) and more. Learn the words for parts of your body and practice in both English and te reo Maori with this vibrant board book from award-winning illustrator Donovan Bixley.
£10.44
Hogs Back Books Ltd O is for Olympics
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£8.23
b small publishing limited Point and Find First French Words
Book SynopsisHere are over 100 familiar first words for you to learn together … in French! From zoos and farms to things that go, each illustrated scene is full of details to discuss and discover. Point at the pictures then find the French word down the side. Young characters on each page ask questions to help you practise and there are English translations in case you get stuck. Listen to the words read aloud by a native speaker by following the QR code on the back cover. The perfect board book as you start your journey in French.
£8.99
b small publishing limited Point and Find First Spanish Words
Book SynopsisHere are over 100 familiar first words for you to learn together … in Spanish! From zoos and farms to things that go, each illustrated scene is full of details to discuss and discover. Point at the pictures then find the Spanish word down the side. Young characters on each page ask questions to help you practise and there are English translations in case you get stuck. Listen to the words read aloud by a native speaker by following the QR code on the back of the book. The perfect board book as you start your journey in Spanish.
£8.99
Fantoons LLC Tio Simon ABC: A Bilingual Children's Book
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£11.39
Flapjack Press I Can Draw My Alphabet
Book SynopsisEveryone’s a winner when your child joins the authors of I Can Draw My Alphabet, where memorable rhymes and hilarious pictures make learning as easy as ABC! Little ones take great delight in the silly sausage dog and the giant ice cream, but they love it even more when creating their very own masterpiece. I Can Draw My Alphabet features a page format which encourages them to copy the illustrations or to create their own, proudly adding their name as a co-author to the front of the book. A family favourite to share and treasure. Early learning / ABC / Children’s Poetry / Picture & Drawing book. Suitable for ages 3+. "A winning combination. Throughout the book both the illustrations and verse are vivid and full of life. It will keep your children happily occupied for hours." - Carole Baldock, Northern SoulTrade Review"A winning combination. Throughout the book both the illustrations and verse are vivid and full of life. It will keep your children happily occupied for hours." - Carole Baldock, Northern Soul
£8.83
BoD - Books on Demand Adventskalender Baby Kontrastbuch für Babys von 012 Monaten mit 24 weihnachtlichen Kontrastbildern
£14.24
edition riedenburg e.U. Eine Kugel Schoko bitte Emmos Weg aus dem
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£22.41
Viction Workshop Ltd Typefaces
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£11.69
Barefoot Books Fast Slow Bilingual Arabic English
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£8.07
Barefoot Books Fast Slow Bilingual Chinese English
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£8.07
Barefoot Books Fast Slow Bilingual Bengali English
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£8.07
Tilbury House,U.S. My Monster Moofy
Book SynopsisThere's a monster under my bed who changes like a chameleon. He can be motionless, like a rock with a tail, or he can strike with blinding speed, like a lightning bolt with claws. My monster's name is Moofy. His ears are as pointy as tortilla chips and hi
£14.24
F&W Publications Inc Draw AlphaBeasts
Book SynopsisLearn to draw more 130 imaginary creatures using letters and numbers as the starting point!Trade Review"I have finally found my true love in this clever, funny, artistic, and practical book!" --Ink n Paper "Super cute illustrations that teach and entertain young minds. Every age can have a real blast and a not so scary time creating these super inventive beasts." --Cassandra M's Place "Steve Harpster's new book Draw AlphaBeasts is filled with drawing steps for creating AlphaBeasts out of numbers and the alphabet. The steps are so easy my kindergartner can draw his own AlphaBeasts." --Outnumbered 3 to 1
£11.69
Gallaudet University Press,U.S. Baby's First Signs
Book SynopsisEvery parent knows the frustration of trying to satisfy the demands of an infant too young to communicate his or her thoughts. Now, a growing consensus of researchers agree that not only deaf children but also hearing children can benefit from early exposure to sign language, often learning such basic signs as "milk," "mother," and "change" as early as seven months. Baby's First Signs and More Baby's First Signs are two illustrated books designed to provide your infant with the means to articulate his or her fundamental desires. Baby's First Signs and More Baby's First Signs are durable board books, lavishly colored in bright reds, blues, greens, and yellows sure to please your child's eye. Each page features an illustration of a toddler signing a word as well as demonstrating what the sign is about. For example, on the "baby" page, the toddler makes the sign for "baby" by mimicking the cradling of a child in his arms while also smiling at his baby sister sitting beside him. The illustrations include both a diagram box that depicts exactly how to perform the sign and the English word in the top left corner, so that your child will learn English and sign language simultaneously. The books cover fundamental expressions such as "sleep," "cold," "eat," "hurt," "rain," "daddy," and "car." "Signing is a beautifully tactile way for babies to learn about their world," the authors write. "It acknowledges a baby's natural abilities and provides a powerful tool for self-expression." The Baby's First Signs books are the ideal place to begin building your baby's library.
£9.31
Button Books Farm, The
Book SynopsisIn this bestselling series, the reverse of the jacket has been printed to be used as a wall poster. It is suitable for ages 2-5 years. In this delightful series of books, under GMC's exciting new imprint, Button Books, Alain Gree's stunning vintage illustrations leap out from every page. With five titles, Alphabet, Transport and Nature, Seaside and Exploring aimed at 2-4 years, children will love to be taught their first words with the aid of such absorbing and vibrant illustrations. Despite their simplicity there is a richness of content that children will be fascinated by, and this wealth of information will be a joy for adults to share and discuss, making the potential for learning endless. As an educational tool and a pleasure to own, this fabulous series of books is a wonderful investment for families.
£11.69
Peace Hill Press The Ordinary Parent's Guide to Teaching Reading,
Book SynopsisNew to the Revised Edition, this Student Book contains all the text your child will need for the lessons in The Ordinary Parent’s Guide to Teaching Reading, Revised Edition. Created and designed based on feedback from parents and teachers over the past 20 years, the Student Book allows children to focus only on the material they are using, without being distracted by additional text in the Instructor Book. From “a” to “supercalifragilisticexpialidocious,” these pages are the doorway to a whole lifetime of reading.
£19.94
Random House USA Inc First Words with Cute Embroidered Friends: A
Book SynopsisTeach your infant or toddler first words engagingly and adorably using photos of handmade embroidered designs in this unique and durable board book! Whether you're a crafter who already appreciates the art of embroidery or simply a parent looking for a unique and different first words book, First Words with Cute Embroidered Friends will provide you and your child with plenty of enjoyment as they learn first words with these one-of-a-kind photos. Designed by Libby Moore, the author of the modern embroidery book Thread Folk, this book features bright and cute pictures that your child will love looking at for hours, and its padded cover is sturdy and the perfect size for your child's small hands, so that it won't dissolve in their mouths. First Words with Cute Embroidered Friends includes words and cute pictures in categories such as: Animals Fruits & Veggies Pets On the Farm Under the Sea Safari Animals Forest Friends Holiday Fun And more! First Words with Cute Embroidered Friends is the third book in the crafty First Words series from Blue Star Press. The first book, First Words with Cute Crochet Friends, features adorable amigurumi figures, and the second book, First Words with Cute Quilted Friends, features colourful, handmade quilt blocks.Trade Review"Libby has outdone herself by creating so many adorable and unique designs in this new first words book! Each design is bound to make you and your child smile as you turn each page. The attention to detail stitched into each item is incredible and will have you feeling inspired and wanting to learn a new craft!"—Lauren Espy, bestselling crochet author and creator of A Menagerie of Stitches“In reading First Words with Cute Embroidered Friends by Libby Moore, parents can become a part of their child’s journey and growth with this beautifully crafted book.”—Readers' Favorite"Explore words with adorable embroidered friends in this special book by Libby Moore. Each page features cute animals, toys, and fruits, all stitched with love. It's a fun way for kids to learn their first words and enjoy the colorful world of embroidery together!" —Natalie, @embroideryartbynat
£8.54
Round Pebble Rhyming Christmas Alphabet
£9.36
Bonnier Books Ltd My First 1000 Words
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£15.69
£14.24
